Filed to story: My Husband Regrets Divorcing Me (Audrey & Cornell)
Audrey then presented an official missing person notice from the police, declaring firmly, “He is missing, not confirmed dead.”
Alexis was on the brink of exploding in fury. So, Audrey had evidently been biding her time, intending to disrupt the proceedings.
The police had determined that after fleeing, Cecilia orchestrated a retaliatory attack that led to Cornell’s accidental demise. Alexis, acting as Cornell’s father, raised no objections and promptly signed the documents to conclude the case immediately.
Following the smooth conclusion of the case, Alexis convened a press conference. Unexpectedly, Audrey emerged with a missing person’s report.
Alexis, consumed by fury, exclaimed, “Stop this nonsense! My family has come to terms with the situation. What authority does a forsaken ex-spouse like you possess to intervene?”
This constituted a direct personal assault.
By branding Audrey as a forsaken ex-spouse, Alexis sought to undermine her credibility, insinuating that her assertions were driven by hidden agendas. His insinuation was unmistakable. Audrey’s sole interest lay in financial gain.
Unruffled, Audrey produced the will and icily inquired, “Is this enough?”
A lawyer then stepped forward to announce the reading of Cornell’s will, confirming Audrey’s authority to safeguard Cornell’s interests.
Alexis’ fury contorted his face. He had orchestrated a clandestine agreement with Katie, stipulating the division of Cornell’s inheritance in half owing to Katie’s substantial contributions, along with covertly transferring the shares to her. Unbeknownst to him, Cornell had already made a will.
In a further blow, Audrey asserted, “Cornell is the biological father of my child. Without conclusive proof of his demise, I am entitled to continue my search.”
The audience erupted in astonishment upon discovering that, in addition to Katie’s unborn child, Cornell had another child.
Audrey acknowledged that facing Alexis, along with Henley and Katie, would pose a formidable challenge. However, she recognized the formidable influence of public opinion. With adept management, she could compel Alexis to proceed cautiously and avoid overt actions, thereby buying time for her investigation.
Meeting Alexis’ gaze with composure, Audrey remarked, “Mr. Alexis Clement, while your grief may be absent, your decision to publicly broadcast Cornell’s last footage before his disappearance as evidence of his demise begs the question of your motives.”
Audrey’s disdainful tone added weight to her words. “One might question whether you hate Cornell.”
Audrey’s statement ignited rampant speculation. Indeed, Alexis conduct bore little resemblance to that of a grieving father who had recently lost his son.
Under the piercing scrutiny of the crowd, Alexis’ face flushed with embarrassment, yet Audrey’s words cut even deeper.
Accusingly pointing at Audrey, Alexis shouted, “My son perished trying to save you, and now you seek to inherit with your illegitimate child!”
Alexis deliberately distorted the truth, loudly invoking Katie, “My grandchild is in Katie’s womb. Do not anticipate introducing some illegitimate child here to stir up trouble!”
Maintaining her composure, Audrey presented a legally notarized paternity test, declaring, “This serves as irrefutable evidence.”
Upon witnessing this, Alexis’ rage manifested in a deep purple hue on his face.
“Furthermore, given that Cornell’s demise has not been confirmed, there is no estate to contest.” Audrey’s gaze traversed Alexis, Henley, and Katie before settling on them with a cold smirk. “I am here to protect his assets, ensuring they remain untouched by those with hidden agendas. As for the child in Miss Glyn’s womb, perhaps only she holds the answer.”
Upon hearing this, the reporters began to speculate that there could be additional layers to the story surrounding Katie’s child. The intricacies of a family of such prominence were undeniably profound.
Katie directed a venomous glare at Audrey. Had it not been for Cecilia’s incompetence for ending Audrey’s life, Audrey would have never been allowed to speak. Katie didn’t expect Cornell to save Audrey with the expense of his own life.
Alexis was perspiring heavily. The situation was growing more problematic by the moment. Should the fact that Katie’s child was not Cornell’s was exposed, his credibility would be utterly shattered.
Exchanging a meaningful glance with Henley, Alexis swiftly concluded the proceedings.
All attending media were instructed to withhold reporting on the day’s events until further notice.
Audrey had foreseen such a contingency. She anticipated Alexis ‘attempts to suppress the media, yet Alexis overlooked the enduring nature of gossip in human society. Even without official coverage, the narrative would inevitably disseminate through informal channels.
To avert additional scandal, Alexis must navigate carefully, hindered in his ability to promptly promote Henley. This situation played directly into Audrey’s strategy.
With media influence waning and formalities cast aside, Katie abandoned her facade, gripping Audrey’s arm tightly. “You wretch! Don’t you dare slander me! Continue disseminating falsehoods, and I’ll forcibly silence you!”
Audrey brushed Katie off, casting a disdainful gaze at Katie’s abdomen. Her smile turned icy. “Katie, did you believe erasing the real paternity test results and the biological father could pin your child on Cornell?”
Katie replied composedly, “I’ve conducted a paternity test, confirming without a doubt that this child is Cornell’s.”
Katie was unfazed. In her book, Cornell had died. Alexis stood staunchly by her, lending credence to every word she uttered. A paternity test? She could furnish ten if necessary!
Audrey scoffed. “Miss Glyn, would you dare to do it again?”
Katie responded tearfully, “Cornell is gone, and yet here you are, evidently seeking to stir up trouble…”
Suddenly, a deep voice interjected. “Cornell may be gone, but I remain.”
Seated in a wheelchair, Luciana took center stage, addressing a shocked Katie, “Are you surprised?”
Luciana endured captivity in a villa for days under Katie’s instruction until Matteo and his team orchestrated her rescue.
Katie reacted promptly. “Luciana, how are you holding up?”
Luciana abruptly rose from the wheelchair, startling Katie with a slap. “You wicked woman! You’ve killed my son!”
Katie’s complexion mirrored a painter’s palette, flushed with astonishment. She shielded her face, aggrieved. “Luciana, what are you implying? How could I ever…”
Luciana asserted firmly, “Desire a paternity test? I possess Cornelll’s genetic samples.”
Upon her liberation, Luciana’s initial instinct was to approach the authorities. However, Matteo had consulted with experts who asserted that due to Luciana’s prolonged medication, her statements couldn’t be deemed as reliable testimony.
Luciana’s teeth quivered. She never anticipated that the most venomous wolf lurked around Cornell was taken care of by her. She had indirectly inflicted harm upon her son!
Naturally, Katie wouldn’t consent to the paternity examination. She bowed her head, tears staining her eyes, vehemently denying Luciana’s accusations.
Witnessing the commotion, Alexis abruptly leaped forward and exclaimed, aiming to strike Luciana, “You irrational woman! What trouble are you causing now!”
Alexis intended to sow confusion among the onlookers, insinuating that Luciana was deranged and spouting nonsense.
Matteo intervened, halting Alexis’ swinging arm and entrusting Luciana to a bodyguard, urging her to depart for her safety.
Audrey began to depart as well, but Katie pursued her, indignantly stating, “Does the Foster family truly believe they can oppose the Glyn and Clement families?”
Audrey gazed icily at Katie. “Miss Glyn, perhaps you lack the authority to speak for the Clement family!”
Katie, her fists clenched in frustration, then relaxed and remarked with a faint chuckle, “Regardless of your unfounded claims, the child I carry belongs to Cornell.”
Katie was convinced that Cornell was gone. With Audrey and the semi-delusional Luciana, what significant effect could they hope to achieve?
Audrey’s demeanor remained composed as she spoke. “Miss Glyn, do you believe that simply because your bodyguard is dead, there’s no remaining evidence of the biological father of your child?”
Katie’s brow furrowed in confusion. “What are you implying?”
“Katie, if you wish to keep secrets, refrain from certain actions!”
Growing weary of the verbal exchanges, Audrey asserted, “I will uncover proof of the schemes you encouraged Cecilia to enact against me and ensure you face consequences!”
“Consequences?” Katie scoffed. She casually adjusted the strands of hair near her ear. “Relying solely on Luciana’s unfounded accusations?”
Audrey’s smile was subtle. “You may not be aware, but the esteemed Mr. Gomez you were associated with has already been apprehended. Perhaps you should clarify your connection with him to the authorities.”
Luciana’s pupils widened in astonishment. “How did you locate him?”
She had ensured Mr. Gomez was dispatched to a distant land.
Audrey’s lips twisted icily. “Regarding his discovery, inquire with the authorities.”
As if on cue, law enforcement entered the venue.
Katie paled instantly, her voice a hiss between clenched teeth.
“You’ll regret this!”
Reagan said, “I do harbor remorse. I regret not gathering myself sooner, allowing you to face consequences earlier.”
“I haven’t done anything wrong!” Katie remained composed, unfazed by the police’s arrival. “You believe this will restrain me? I, too, am a victim of Mr. Gomez.
Audrey fixed her gaze on the woman who claimed affection for Cornell and queried deliberately, “For all the atrocious deeds you’ve committed, are they truly motivated by love?”
Katie scoffed disdainfully. Drawing near to Audrey’s ear, she whispered in a voice audible only to them, “Indeed, it’s because I love him. It’s your fault. You shouldn’t have taken the man I cherished!”
“Katie, in reality, the one you hold dearest is yourself.” Audrey uttered icily, “Your affection is truly pathetic!”
“Who do you think you are to judge my life?” Katie’s voice rose to a hysterical shriek, her words spilling out uncontrollably. “If not for you, Cornell would have fallen for me!”
From a young age, Katie had a deep crush on Cornell. She once disguised herself as a boy just to get close to Cornell.
When Cornell uncovered Katie’s trick, she laughed it off as just a playful experiment, trying to see life from a different angle.
Though her story seemed plausible, Cornell kept his distance from Katie since then, his attitude unchanged.
Driven by her obsession, Katie concocted a more dramatic story. She claimed she was an exile, banished by her own father, hoping to gain Cornell’s sympathy. Her bold moves were proof of how desperately she wanted his attention.
Yet, Katie was careful not to overstep, afraid to push Cornell away.
While living overseas, Katie kept tabs on Cornell, aware of every woman who came into his life. None seemed important to her.